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8-week online Certificate program that equips you with the knowledge and skills cannabis employers want across cultivation, manufacturing, retail, and more.
The cannabis curriculum employers trust, outlined week by week.
Understand federal vs. state laws, compliance needs, and the real barriers businesses face.
Learn cannabinoids, terpenes, and how different products create different effects.
Explore cultivation, manufacturing, distribution, retail, labs, and where the jobs are.
See how cultivation works from seed/clone to harvest, across indoor, outdoor, and greenhouse methods.
Get insider knowledge from cannabis leaders who operate today’s top brands.
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Unlock exclusive access to an online hub designed to advance your cannabis career. Available to you the moment you complete your Certificate.
✔ Guidance to land your next cannabis job
✔ Improve your management and leadership skills
✔ Strategies to launch your cannabis business
✔ Find cannabis employers who are actively hiring
✔ Boost your profile on CareersInCannabis.com
✔ Access the cannabis hiring landscape
✔ Connect with fellow graduates
✔ Make industry connections
✔ Find out about news, events, and opportunities
“Exceptional instruction from real professionals. The lessons were clear, structured, and deeply practical — setting a new standard for cannabis education.“
Anatolii Kukharchuk
Graduate
“I feel equipped and confident to secure a position in the cannabis industry and progressively work towards establishing my own business.“
Marquis Montano
Graduate
“Having renowned figures from the cannabis industry involved and teaching added legitimacy and depth to the learning experience.“
Connor McKee
Graduate
“This shows me you take your cannabis career seriously. It’s important you know all about cannabis before you jump in. Knowledge is power.“
Berner
CEO & Co-Founder
“This kind of education tells me you’re dedicated and took the initiative to make sure you have the background to succeed.“
Gretchen Gailey
President
“If someone walked in with this certificate, I’d know they’re trained the right way. That person is highly valuable.”
Big Mike
CEO
Your Syracuse University cannabis certificate is proof of your expertise.
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The legal cannabis industry is projected to grow to a $56 billion dollar market by 2028.
The sooner you start, the sooner you can step into your next role.
Employers are actively seeking candidates with verified cannabis knowledge and credentials.
More states are legalizing cannabis, creating new opportunities nationwide
Seats fill quickly — secure yours today.
Cannabis professionals earn 15-30% more than other sectors.
Position yourself ahead of the competition as the industry continues to professionalize.
Once you’re inside the industry, there’s so much opportunity for you to develop and grow.
The associate certificate is a complete, standalone program that gets you job-ready in 8 weeks.
When you’re ready to specialize, there’s an easy path forward for you.
For just $997, you can add a Specialist Certificate that will only require 8 additional weeks of training to earn your 2nd Certificate.
Get answers to common questions about our cannabis certificate program
Yes. Anyone 18 or older can enroll — no prior cannabis experience required. It’s designed for people who want to start a cannabis career, explore industry sectors, or build a foundation for future specialization.
To pass the course, you must pass the final exam with a score of 70% or higher by the end of the 8 week sessions.
This program prepares you for entry-level roles across the cannabis industry, including working for dispensaries, cultivation, extraction and manufacturing operations, sales and marketing roles, and much more. Attaining this Certificate will help you stand out with verifiable skills, and demonstrate to hiring managers you’re serious, committed, and qualified to work in cannabis today.
Employers see this program as proof that you understand the fundamentals of plant science, product knowledge, and cannabis regulations — all key to getting hired in a professional operation.
Yes. It provides a broader understanding of all industry sectors, helping you identify new opportunities for growth or specialization. Plus, enrolling in formal cannabis education clearly demonstrates your commitment and passion to be in this industry, which employers take very seriously.
Tuition is $850, or you can pay in full and save $100 (so $750). Monthly payment plans are available, or apply for low-payment financing through Affirm.
Yes. You can choose from several flexible payment options at checkout, including pay in full for a discounted rate, monthly installments or low-payment financing through Affirm. The process is quick, fully online, and approval decisions happen instantly.
Yes. Please contact us for details about how to take advantage of this.
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Expect to spend 4–6 hours per week completing e-learning modules, reviewing additional videos and readings, participating in online discussions and completing optional learning exercises. As an online program, you can study at your own pace and on your own schedule, as long as you complete the final exam within the eight weeks of the course.
You’ll have an instructor available for questions and guidance, plus access to a student community for peer discussion. Upon completion, you’ll also gain access to a private LinkedIn group for ongoing networking and job opportunities.
You’ll get to learn from professionals across cultivation, retail, product development, compliance, and healthcare, all actively working in the cannabis industry today.
Green Flower partners with universities and colleges to deliver trusted, career-focused cannabis education programs that meet employer expectations. Green Flower programs have become the industry standard in cannabis career training.
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8-week online Certificate program that equips you with the knowledge and skills cannabis employers want across cultivation, manufacturing, retail, and more.
Save $300 when you pay in full or start for as low as $76.72/mo with
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Everything you need to know to break into cannabis: job insights, skills that matter, and the value of trusted credentials.